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Modern Retro Woman Charm School: Etiquette and Good Manners

In the movie Kingsman: The Golden Circle, Colin Firth’s character reminds a group of bullies of the 15th-century adage, “Manners maketh man” (alas, his lesson involves a bit of violence). Simply put, etiquette and good manners are the proper way to behave. They are the finishing touches to a person’s personality and behavior. It can mean the difference between success and failure in most aspects of your life.

Contrary to popular belief that it consists of a set of rules for the stuffy and wealthy, etiquette breaks down barriers due to its focus on respect, kindness, consideration, common courtesy, and good citizenship. Etiquette also helps give a good first impression and leaves others with the impression that you are more capable, professional, and intelligent.

Posts in this category focus on guidelines to navigate the world with confidence and grace.

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  • Glamorous Lifestyle Project
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  • Vintage Beauty Tips

Etiquette and Good Manners Posts:

How to Behave When Eating Out ModernRetroWoman.com Blog Image

How to Behave When Eating Out

Woman with letter for blog posting: A Handwritten Letter is a Blessing ModernRetroWoman.com

A Handwritten Letter is a Blessing

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Is Gossip Really “Idle?”

Why Handwritten Christmas Cards Still Matter

Why Handwritten Christmas Cards Still Matter

Special Cheese Tray Idea, c1964

Retro Super Bowl Party Ideas

Yes, You May Drink Your Soup…But Only If…

How To Be The Houseguest From H-E-Double-Toothpicks

How To Be The Houseguest From H-E-Double-Toothpicks

Theatrical Thursday: Writing Better Social Letters (1950)

Theatrical Thursday: Writing Better Social Letters (1950)

When Someone You Love Dies

When Someone You Love Dies

Why Is Writing "Thank You" So Difficult?

Why Is Writing “Thank You” So Difficult?

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Hi There! I’m Dr. Julie-Ann

I’m so glad that you are here! Are you like me and long for the days when people lived by a set of values and ideals–like family, home, femininity, home cooked meals with real food, dressing well out of respect for self and others, fiscal responsibility, and connectedness–that seem to have been cast aside in today’s cynical and crass world?

By day, I help professors achieve their teaching goals at a mid-sized public university smack dab in the middle of the United States. The rest of the time, however, I’m using all of those same scholarship skills I use for my out-of-the-house job to study mid-century gracious living advice books on topics such as personal presence, clothing that makes you feel beautiful, and good cooking.  My readers love that I am able to translate that information for today’s modern world so that they can be the kind of women they’ve always wanted to be.

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